Sales and Planning Analyst - Wild Marketing Group : Job Details

JOB PURPOSE:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Sales and Planning Analyst to represent our team at the Menards Headquarters. The ideal candidate will be responsible for gathering and examining data to spot sales trends and creating forecasts, seeking sales initiatives, enhancing profit margins, and optimizing inventory turnover. This role will involve close cooperation with Mendard Inc. staff, maintaining effective relationships with various stakeholders, and ensuring speedy problem resolution and customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work as the Liaison between Wild and our client, Menards, to handle inquiries, accurately plan inventory orders, and follow-up on order fulfillment in all Menards's DC's and Stores.
• Navigate and understand all Menard applications (GAINS, MSI, BOA, etc.) that will be utilized daily.
• Generate actionable insights to boost sales/profit margins, improve inventory turnover rates and enhance order fulfillment.
• Complete accurate weekly/monthly reports, in addition to attending meetings with Analysts to communicate any necessary updates.
• Foster strong working relationships with Menard Inc. employees, suppliers, and customers; uphold Wild Marketing Group's mission statement and core values.
• Supervise exception reports and act as the SKU manager to identify replenishment benchmarks or maintenance.
• Forecast sales activities, manage replenishment software, and assess accuracy of forecast.
• Recommend category updates to achieve profitability, maximize inventory turnover, and ensure product availability.
• Utilize analytical skills to identify potential shortages and continuously propose solutions and improvements to enhance inventory processes.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage and complete multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by client supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, supply-chain, production management, accounting or related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sales analysis or inventory management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and ERP software.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, NetSuite would be preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong Microsoft applications, especially Excel.